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EL3037:06

Critical Theory

Townsville, Cairns

HECS Band 1

26 hours lectures, 26 hours tutorials. Semester 2.

Staff:

Dr G Manning,

Dr S Torre.

A study of the theoretical ideas, both past and contemporary, which underlie critical practice.

Learning Objectives:

to broaden and intensify the theoretical understanding and critical skills attained by students at earlier levels;

to gain a thorough overview of historical developments in theories and methodologies in language, literature and communication studies;

to gain a detailed understanding of current developments in the area;

to develop the ability to relate current ideas to reading and critical practice in the areas of language, literature and communication.

Assessment by essays (40%); tutorial participation (20%); examination (40%).